Crypto PAC spends $12 million on Alabama Senate primary runoff

Fairshake-affiliated PAC Defend American Jobs spent over $12 million backing pro-crypto Republican Barry Moore in Alabama's Senate primary runoff, as the crypto industry tests its political influence in key races.

• Defend American Jobs spent $7.4M before the May primary and $4.7M more ahead of Tuesday's runoff backing Barry Moore.
• Moore is endorsed by President Trump and rated 'strongly supports crypto' by Stand With Crypto; opponent Jared Hudson is rated 'neutral.'
• Fairshake holds a $193 million war chest and plans to back candidates in Maryland and New York later this month.
• Republicans hold a slim Senate majority, making every race critical for crypto legislation like the CLARITY Act.

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Last updated 17 Jun 2026